Lisa A Crayton

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1) Juneteenth

Author

Crayton, Lisa A

Series

Traditions and celebrations

Pub. Date

[2021]

Language

English

Description

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"Juneteenth celebrates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Across the country, people observe the day with speeches, poetry readings, festivals, picnics, street fairs, and family reunions. It is a day for people to come together andcontinue working toward equality. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways"-- Provided by publisher.

2) Bubba Wallace: stock car racing star

Author

Crayton, Lisa A

Series

Sports illustrated kids stars of sports

Pub. Date

[2022]

Language

English

Description

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"Bubba Wallace started racing cars at nine years old. He began competing in 2010 and hasn't slowed down since, setting records as the youngest winner at many races. He was the first Black driver to win Rookie of the Year for NASCAR. Find out how Wallace's talent has led him to success in the world of stock car racing"-- Provided by publisher.

3) Wangari Maathai: get to know the woman who planted trees to bring change

Author

Crayton, Lisa A

Series

People You Should Know

Pub. Date

[2020]

Language

English

Description

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"Wangari Maathai was a fierce protector of the environment and a courageous advocate for women's rights, especially in her native country of Kenya. Her journey from a girl of rural Africa to college professor, founder of the Green Belt Movement, and Nobel Peace Prize Laureate shows readers how little things can bring about big change"-- Provided by publisher.

4) The fight for disability rights

Author

Crayton, Lisa A

Series

Activism in Action A History

Pub. Date

2020.

Edition

First edition.

Language

English

Description

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The fight for disability rights continues, even in the wake of successful, ongoing advocacy, activism, and legislation. This valuable resource depicts how the fight has enhanced the lives of people with disabilities, and how readers can continue the efforts. Highlights of renowned activists with historical context, current events, and teen-friendly examples will help teens channel their interests, frustrations, and curiosity into effective activism....

5) The stock market: what it is and how it works

Author

Crayton, Lisa A

Series

Economics in the 21st century

Pub. Date

2016.

Language

English

Description

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"Engaging text breaks down the complicated subject of the stock market and explains what it is, its history, what really happens on Wall Street, and how it can affect readers personally" --from the publisher.

6) Economic depression: what it is and how it works

Author

Crayton, Lisa A

Series

Economics in the 21st century

Pub. Date

2016.

Language

English

Description

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"Describes the details about economic depression in the United States, both in history and modern times"-- Provided by publisher.

7) Recession: what it is and how it works

Author

Crayton, Lisa A

Series

Economics in the 21st century

Pub. Date

2016.

Language

English

Description

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"Through engaging, easily understood language, readers will learn about the specifics of an economic recession, including the difference between a recession and a depression, what can be done about a recession, how it affects everyday life, and how it will impact their future" --from the publisher.